Chíquiza
Etymology
The name Chíquiza comes from Chibcha and means "only" or "alone", "Chiqui" means priest. Another origin is given from the word chequiza; "hairy field".
History
Before the Spanish conquest, Chíquiza was part of the loose Muisca Confederation and ruled by a cacique who was loyal to the zaque of Hunza. The village was important in the religion of the Muisca as it was close to the sacred Lake Iguaque; the birthplace of Bachué, mother goddess of the Muisca.
Modern Chíquiza was founded in 1556 and became a part of Tunja until 1982. In 2003 the name was changed from San Pedro de Iguaque to Chíquiza.
Economy
The economy of Chíquiza is centered around agriculture and livestock farming. Main agricultural products are maize, potatoes, peas, wheat, nabo, ibia, ruba and onions.
Gallery
References
- ^ (in Spanish) Official website Chíquiza
- ^ (in Spanish) Etymology Chíquiza - Excelsio.net